Iran missiles hit Amazon data hub in Bahrain, IRGC claims destruction
- Iran launched cruise missiles at an Amazon facility in Bahrain, destroying data infrastructure.
- The IRGC claims it destroyed Amazon's central data hub in the country.
- Separate attacks hit US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, with Iran declaring 'full-scale war'.
Missiles strike Amazon facility in Bahrain
Iran launched cruise missiles at an Amazon data facility in Bahrain on Tuesday, destroying critical infrastructure, according to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The IRGC claimed it had 'destroyed' Amazon's central data hub in the Gulf kingdom.
The attack marks a significant escalation in the ongoing confrontation between Iran and US-aligned forces in the region. Bahrain hosts the US Navy's Fifth Fleet and has been a key logistics hub for American military operations.
IRGC claims responsibility for data hub attack
Iran's IRGC said in a statement that the strike specifically targeted Amazon's data infrastructure, which it described as a 'central hub' for the company's regional operations. The group did not provide immediate evidence of the extent of the damage.
Amazon has not yet confirmed the status of its Bahrain facility. The company's data centres in the region support cloud services for governments and businesses across the Middle East.
Separate attacks hit US bases
In a coordinated barrage, missiles also struck a US military base in Kuwait, with reports of casualties still unconfirmed. Iran declared 'full-scale war' following the strikes, according to statements carried by Iranian state media.
The IRGC also claimed that Jordan helped target US forces and aircraft, leaving 'dozens killed'. Jordanian officials have not yet responded to the allegation.
Regional fallout
The attacks come amid heightened tensions across the Persian Gulf. US Central Command has not released an official casualty count, but initial reports suggest multiple impacts at military installations in Bahrain and Kuwait.
Indian nationals working in the Gulf region have been advised to stay in touch with their embassies. The Ministry of External Affairs said it is monitoring the situation closely.
What happens next: The US is expected to hold an emergency National Security Council meeting, while Gulf states brace for possible Iranian retaliation if American forces respond militarily.